Cloud Solutions Architect
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-12
South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-12
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Cloud Solutions Architect to join their fully remote technology leadership team. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based solutions. You will work closely with engineering and product teams to define cloud strategy, drive architectural decisions, and ensure best practices are followed across all cloud initiatives.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced architect who thrives in a remote-first environment and is passionate about leveraging cloud technologies to enable business growth and innovation.
- Design and architect robust, scalable, and highly available cloud infrastructure solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Develop and implement cloud migration strategies for existing applications and services.
- Define and enforce cloud governance policies, security best practices, and cost optimization strategies.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications in the cloud.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud-native technologies and patterns.
- Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies to enhance capabilities.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience (8+ years) in IT, with a significant focus on cloud architecture and design.
- Deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services for compute, storage, networking, and databases.
- Proven experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles, networking, and disaster recovery.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, essential for a fully remote role.
- Highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
- Complete remote work flexibility, enabling global talent acquisition.
- Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous stock options or equity package.
- Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences.
- Opportunity to shape the future of cloud strategy for a growing company.
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